Light novels, comic books, and anime set in alternate worlds are all the rage these days.

In your favorite alternate world, what kind of clothes (fashion) do your favorite characters wear?

Knights and marquises, royalty and princes, empresses, daughters of counts and barons...
In stories set in another world where various titles appear, it's hard to understand what status each person has, so I'd like an explanation.

I want to know more about the fashion of other worlds, which often resembles that of medieval European civilization, but I don't know much about the history or clothing history of those worlds...

For those of you who think the same way, I would like to introduce a series of columns that will serve as a textbook on fashion in other worlds.

Explaining witch fashion and its origins

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The first volume of the Otherworld Fashion Textbook is titled "Witch Fashion and Its Roots."

Our shop sells a lot of magical items inspired by the image of a witch's room from the Middle Ages, so we would like to introduce you to witch fashion and how to create a witch's room.

The fashion of witches in light novels is heavily influenced by the Middle Ages

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The fashion of witches that appear in light novels, manga, and the fantasy world is heavily influenced by medieval European civilization.

The reason for this is that in Medieval Europe, research into science, chemistry, medicine, and astronomy was still underdeveloped, so those who were quick to notice the unexplained "wonders" of the time and incorporate them into their lives were feared and respected as people with unknown powers, and were called "wizards," "witches," "alchemists," etc.

That's right," Wizards, witches, and alchemists actually existed.

For this reason, we must consider the historical background of " "Wizard," "Witch," and "Alchemist" fashions are mainstream in modern light novels set in other worlds, as well as in the world of games and anime.

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Difference between white witches and black witches

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White witches and black witches are women who practice magic, but for different purposes.

White witches are said to use magic for good, while black witches use magic for their own selfish ends.

White witches generally use magic to help people.

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Witches who practice white magic use magic to cure illnesses, protect people from disasters, and bring happiness.

White witches' magical powers come mainly from the powers of nature and angels.

The stars, moon, sun, and water spirits are all sources of mysterious magic.

They often offer prayers to the spirits of nature and are gifted with healing light powers from above.

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Black witches generally use magic to fulfill their own desires.

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Black witches often use the power of demons or evil spirits to perform magic.

White witches and black witches are both women who practice magic, but for different purposes: white witches use magic for good, while black witches use magic for their own selfish ends.

In medieval Europe, witches were hated and viewed as evil beings.

Its mysterious appearance was considered frightening, but at the same time, it fascinated people as a being with magical powers.

Characteristics of witch fashion

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Medieval witches wore a variety of costumes, but the most distinctive was that they wore black clothing.

White witches often wear white clothing or natural clothing derived from nature, but they also wear black dresses and cloaks.

White witches use magic for good, often using the powers of nature or angels to help them with their magic.

For this reason, they often wear clothes with fabrics and colors dyed with colors from the earth, nature, forests, flowers, and other plants.

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These forces radiate white or light-colored energy, which is why white witches often wear white or light-colored clothing.

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Black witches use magic for evil, often with the help of demons or evil spirits. These powers give off black or dark energy, which is why black witches often wear black or dark colored clothing.

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However, white witches may also wear black clothing, and black witches may wear white clothing.

There is no clear distinction between the appearance of white witches and black witches.

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A white witch is a woman who practices magic for good, but does not necessarily wear white or light-colored clothing. A black witch is a woman who practices magic for evil, but does not necessarily wear black or dark clothing.

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Black was considered a magical color, so for witches to wear black clothing was to show that they had magical powers.

Witches may also have worn pointed hats and walking sticks.

There are several reasons why wizards carry wands.

• Wands help focus magical energy.
• Wands make it easier for your fingers to glide when casting magical spells.
• Staffs can be used for magical attack or defense.
• The wand is the symbol of the wizard.

Wands are an important tool for wizards, as they allow them to cast more powerful spells.

Medieval witches wore a variety of costumes, but the most distinctive was that they wore black clothing.

Black was considered a magical color, so for witches to wear black clothing was to show that they had magical powers.

Also, witches' pointed hats and long wands further enhanced their evil image.

The clothing of medieval witches varied from region to region.

For example, French witches typically wore a long cloak with a black dress, and German witches typically wore a red hat with a black dress.

The clothing of medieval witches expressed the strength and beauty of witches. Witches were despised as evil beings in medieval society, but on the other hand, they fascinated people as beings with magical powers. The clothing of medieval witches expressed the strength and beauty of witches, and fascinated people.

Appearing in other world light novels and manga

The fashion of witches in light novels and manga set in other worlds is based on that of witches in the Middle Ages, but with more glamorous and attractive designs. These fashions express the strength and beauty of witches, and are captivating to people.

For example, the magical girls in the light novel "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" wear black dresses and long capes with colorful flowers embroidered on them, representing the kindness and beauty of the magical girls.

The fashion of witches in light novels and manga about other worlds is strongly influenced by medieval clothing history, and expresses the strength and beauty of witches. This fashion fascinates people and inspires their longing for other worlds.

The relationship between witches and butterflies is a symbol of transformation, death and rebirth, and magic.

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Witches and butterflies have had a long-standing and close relationship.

Witches saw butterflies as symbols of shape-shifting powers and they were sometimes used in witchcraft rituals.

Butterflies have the ability to metamorphose. They change dramatically as they transform from caterpillar to adult. This transformation was thought to be similar to the process witches go through when they transform from human to witch.

Butterflies are also a symbol of death and rebirth.

When butterflies transform from caterpillars to adults, they appear to die, but in fact they are gaining a new life.

This regeneration process was thought to be similar to the process by which witches undergo a ritual in which they appear to die and gain new magical powers.

To witches, butterflies were symbols of transformation, death and rebirth, and magic. Witches associated butterflies with their own powers and used them in magical rituals and spells.

The relationship between witches and butterflies is often depicted in literature.

For example, in Shakespeare's play Macbeth, the witches use butterflies to predict Macbeth's future.

In Lewis Carroll's novel "Alice in Wonderland," Alice transforms into a butterfly and explores a mysterious world.

The association of witches and butterflies has captured the imagination of people since ancient times. These creatures feature prominently in literature, art and folk culture as symbols of transformation, death and rebirth, and magical powers.

How to make a room for a witch

Here are some tips for creating a witches room.

Colors <br>Witches' rooms are generally decorated in dark colors such as black, purple and green, or often constructed with white and translucency of nature and natural stone, as these colors are associated with magic and mystery.

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Furniture A witch's room needs furniture to hold her magical items, such as a bookshelf, a desk, a chair, candles, and a cauldron.

It is a good idea to choose furniture made of wood, as this will help bring out the magic in you.
Shelves and rugs featuring moon and star motifs can help increase magical energy.

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Accessories <br>Accessories are also important when decorating a witch's room.

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The items include accessories with motifs of natural stones and stars, the moon, and the sun that give the impression of a connection to the universe, as well as figurines of sacred beasts, brooms, stuffed cats, herbs, and flowers.
Choose your favorite accessories and decorate your witch's room to your liking.

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Ambience <br>Make your witch's room a relaxing space. Create a unique ambiance in your witch's room with scents, music, and lighting.

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To add fragrance, use aroma candles or aroma oils to fill the witch's room with fragrance.

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For music, it's a good idea to play some quiet classical or folk music.
For lighting, use indirect lighting or candlelight to create a soft glow in the witch's room.

Decorate your witch's room however you like and make it your own special space.